Ha-Seong Kim Re-Signs with Braves for $20M, Set as Primary Shortstop

Ha-Seong Kim has officially re-signed with the Atlanta Braves on a one-year, $20 million contract, finalized Monday. The 30-year-old shortstop, who declined a $16 million player option from a previous Tampa Bay deal, is expected to be Atlanta's primary shortstop for the upcoming season. Kim, claimed off waivers by the Braves on Sept. 1, batted .234 with five homers and 17 RBIs across the Rays and Braves in 2025, making his season debut July 4 after late-2024 shoulder surgery. GM Alex Anthopoulos expressed hopes for a long-term future and expects Kim to return to his previous production levels. His return positions Mauricio Dubón in a utility role.